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even

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adjective

ˈē-vən How to pronounce even (audio)
1
a
: having a horizontal surface : flat
even ground
b
: being without break, indentation, or irregularity : smooth
c
: being in the same plane or line
2
a
: free from variation : uniform
his disposition was even
b
: level sense 4
3
a
: equal, fair
an even exchange
b(1)
: leaving nothing due on either side : square
we will not be even until you repay my visit
(2)
: fully revenged
c
: being in equilibrium : balanced
specifically : showing neither profit nor loss
d
obsolete : candid
4
a
: being any of the integers (such as −2, 0, and +2) that are divisible by two without leaving a remainder
b
: marked by an even number
c
: being a mathematical function such that f(x) = f(−x) where the value remains unchanged if the sign of the independent variable is reversed
5
: exact, precise
an even dollar
6
: as likely as not : fifty-fifty
an even chance of winning
evenly adverb
evenness
ˈē-vən-nəs How to pronounce even (audio)
noun

even

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adverb

1
a
—used as an intensive to stress an extreme or highly unlikely condition or instance
so simple even a child can do it
b
—used as an intensive to stress the comparative degree
she did even better
c
—used as an intensive to indicate a small or minimum amount
didn't even try
d
—used as an intensive to emphasize the identity or character of something
forgot his car keys and even left the engine running
2
a
: to a degree that extends : fully, quite
faithful even unto death
b
: at the very time
raining even as the sun came out
c
: exactly, precisely

even

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verb

evened; evening ˈēv-niŋ How to pronounce even (audio)
ˈē-və-

transitive verb

: to make even

intransitive verb

: to become even
evener
ˈēv-nər How to pronounce even (audio)
ˈē-və-
noun

even

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noun

archaic
: evening
Phrases
on an even keel or less commonly on even keel
: in a sound or stable condition

Synonyms

Adjective

Adverb

Verb

Choose the Right Synonym for even

level, flat, plane, even, smooth mean having a surface without bends, curves, or irregularities.

level applies to a horizontal surface that lies on a line parallel with the horizon.

the vast prairies are nearly level

flat applies to a surface devoid of noticeable curvatures, prominences, or depressions.

the work surface must be flat

plane applies to any real or imaginary flat surface in which a straight line between any two points on it lies wholly within that surface.

the plane sides of a crystal

even applies to a surface that is noticeably flat or level or to a line that is observably straight.

trim the hedge so it is even

smooth applies especially to a polished surface free of irregularities.

a smooth skating rink

steady, even, equable mean not varying throughout a course or extent.

steady implies lack of fluctuation or interruption of movement.

steady progress

even suggests a lack of variation in quality or character.

an even distribution

equable implies lack of extremes or of sudden sharp changes.

maintain an equable temper

Example Sentences

Adjective We finally reached even ground after the long climb. They slowed down and waited for him to draw even. She spoke with a calm, even voice. the even beat of the drum Adverb the blue whale is a huge, even awesome animal by any measure I will love you even to the end of time. Verb even the filling before adding the top layer of the cake the contention that producing more arms will even us with the enemy and therefore make us more secure See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
The Art Council takes care of publicity and getting the square reserved for the even and Medina Show Biz picks the stories and actors for the event. Alyssa Alfano, cleveland, 11 Sep. 2022 Molly, who made the semifinals of last year’s Mass Women’s Amateur, had an early birdie on the 2nd and got back to even-par with birdies on the 12th and 16th. BostonGlobe.com, 15 Aug. 2022 When the march paused for almost 10 minutes in front of the Little Italy Food Hall, many people took out mobile phones to take pictures and even selfies. Gary Warth, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2021 Transfer berries to a baking sheet, and spread in an even layer to cool. People Staff, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2022 Arrange seasoned potatoes and peppers in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Tribune News Service, cleveland, 15 Aug. 2022 Add the reserved pimiento liquid (about ⅓ cup) to the eggs and whisk to combine. Spread the cooked vegetables in an even layer in the skillet. San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Aug. 2022 This helps create a more even distribution and ensures that certain ingredients (like chocolate) don't fully melt before you're finished cooking. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 6 Aug. 2022 The even weight distribution of gear will keep your carrier stable. Dan Diclerico, Good Housekeeping, 7 June 2022
Adverb
Walking for several hours, even with breaks, made my feet sweaty and swollen inside waterproof hiking shoes on our Manhattan walk. Colleen Newvine, USA TODAY, 18 Sep. 2022 None of those things were true — and even with all that ASU had a chance to win. Greg Moore, The Arizona Republic, 18 Sep. 2022 Shoemaker-Allen lives in the Madison area, and can't stop running even with a busy job at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Middleton. Ben Steele, Journal Sentinel, 17 Sep. 2022 But even with thick seeds like squash, beans cucumbers and corn, a half inch of soil is adequate. Tom Maccubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Sep. 2022 Yet even with the broadest definition, monarchy has taken quite a decline. Josh Zumbrun, WSJ, 16 Sep. 2022 The evening rush has remained relatively steady throughout the pandemic, even with more telework, because people also take more personal trips at that time, such as picking up groceries or fetching children from after-school activities. Katherine Shaver, Washington Post, 16 Sep. 2022 The receiving options overall were a non-factor for most of the Texas game, even with Cameron Latu making his debut. Nick Alvarez | Nalvarez@al.com, al, 16 Sep. 2022 Humphrey has been generally regarded as one of the league’s top corners, but the Ravens have trouble defending fast receivers on the outside even with Pro Bowl cornerback Marcus Peters on the field. Mike Preston, Baltimore Sun, 16 Sep. 2022
Verb
Use a diffuser to even out your curl pattern and add more body. Jessica Teich, Good Housekeeping, 5 Aug. 2022 The West has been too slow, and the need to even out the artillery disparity is urgent. Jillian Kay Melchior, WSJ, 12 July 2022 In 2020, talks began to even out the hilly area to comply with ADA guidelines, as well as renovate the existing basketball and tennis courts. David Abel, BostonGlobe.com, 2 July 2022 Other helpful ingredients are vitamin C, an antioxidant that brightens post-acne dark spots and scars over time, and niacinamide, which works to even out skin tone and texture. Sarah Madaus, SELF, 28 June 2022 As Ruiz’s luck starts to even out, look for his stats to take an upturn across the board. Steve Gardner, USA TODAY, 28 June 2022 The Atlanta Hawks try to even up their NBA Eastern Conference playoff series with the Miami Heta on Sunday, April 24. Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 24 Apr. 2022 If Cincinnati's interior players (Abdul Ado, Hayden Koval, Viktor Lakhin and Ody Oguama) can keep it competitive by the rim and stay out of foul trouble, the Bearcats will have a chance to even up the regular-season series. Keith Jenkins, The Enquirer, 15 Feb. 2022 The Houston Astros beat the Atlanta Braves 7-2 in Game 2 to even up the World Series at 1-1. Harold Maass, The Week, 28 Oct. 2021 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English, from Old English efen; akin to Old High German eban even

Adverb

Middle English, from Old English efne, from efen, adjective

Noun

Middle English even, eve, from Old English ǣfen

First Known Use

Adjective

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Adverb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2c

Verb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of even was before the 12th century

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